Data Breach

American Consumer Credit Counseling Data Breach Investigation

If you were affected by the American Consumer Credit Counseling, Inc. (“ACCC”) data breach, you may be entitled to compensation.
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American Consumer Credit Counseling Data Breach Investigation
American Consumer Credit Counseling Data Breach Investigation

Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the American Consumer Credit Counseling, Inc. (“ACCC”) data breach.

If you were affected by the data breach, your sensitive personally identifiable information may have been exposed, and you may be eligible for compensation.

About American Consumer Credit Counseling, Inc. (“ACCC”)

American Consumer Credit Counseling, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that has been providing financial counseling and education services since 1991. Headquartered in Auburndale, Massachusetts, ACCC operates nationwide..

The company offers a range of services, including confidential credit counseling, debt management and consolidation, bankruptcy counseling, housing and student loan counseling, and financial education. ACCC’s counselors work with clients to review their finances, develop personalized plans, and negotiate with creditors to help reduce debt.

What happened?

On June 27, 2025, ACCC discovered that an unauthorized actor accessed computer systems and certain files in January 2025. The data breach compromised sensitive personal and financial consumer information.

Exposed Information

  • Name
  • Financial account number
  • Payment card number

The data breach was disclosed to the Maine and Massachusetts Attorney Generals' offices on July 15, 2025. American Consumer Credit Counseling began notifying affected individuals on the same day.

Your Rights and Next Steps

If you received a data breach notification from American Consumer Credit Counseling, you have important rights and options. You may be entitled to seek compensation for any harm or inconvenience caused by this cybersecurity incident.

  • Credit monitoring services: Sign up for free credit monitoring services, if offered.
  • Monitor your accounts carefully: Check your financial statements regularly for suspicious activity or unauthorized transactions. If you notice anything unusual, contact your financial institution immediately.
  • Fraud alert and credit reports: A fraud alert informs creditors to take extra steps to verify your identity before opening new accounts in your name. Consumers are also entitled to one free credit report annually from each credit bureau. You can request a fraud alert or a credit report by contacting any one of the three major credit bureaus.
  • Seek legal help: Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and pursue compensation.

You May Be Entitled to Compensation

If your information was exposed in the ACCC data breach, you may be eligible for compensation, which could include reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses, time spent addressing the breach, or payment for emotional distress. Lawyers are ready to help individuals affected by this incident understand their rights and pursue claims for damages.

To find out if you qualify and to join a potential lawsuit, complete the form below.

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